Female Health 101

Join Kristina, Hetal and Sheila Lewis in conversation about parenting neurodivergent children (suspected or diagnosed) while juggling life, health challenges and often parental neurodivergence (those kids tend to get it from somewhere off the family tree).We recorded this episode in July 25 when all sorts if mayhem was happening :)Do share in the comments what your experiences, tips and tactics are while parenting ND kids 🙏🏼💜

Embodiment is an interesting and sometimes complex process as the biggest barrier to it is often trauma. Fortunately, there are many coaches and therapists of various modalities that can help us get back to our bodies. I am always excited to meet fellow practitioners in my field and so I am introducing an amazing human, author and embodiment practitioner, Cathy Williams.Cathy Williams is a trail-blazer in the world of body based healing and creative arts therapy.Disconnected from her body and fractured from her mind, Cathy had lost herself at the hands of a psychologically abusive relationship and system that failed her. Through somatic and expressive modalities, Cathy regained her discernment, returning to the wisdom of her body, re-learning how to trust in and follow her intuitive knowing. From this place of strength she has built a life for her and her daughter and now shares these transformative healing powers through her Intuitive Self workshops, training and one-on-one sessions. Known for her compassionate empowering approach, Cathy supports women to rekindle their relationship with their bodies and remember their innate power. In her award-winning debut book: Body Wisdom ~ A guide to connecting with your Intuitive Self, Cathy shares inspired invitations to strengthen your confidence in your Intuition and nurture compassion and love for Self. You can get in touch with Cathy right here;WEBSITE: https://www.intuitiveself.com.au/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/intuitiveself__ 

Alexe Woods was such an amazing guest last year that we could not help but to invite her back. This time, she’ll talk us through her work with birth charts and so in anticipation of tomorrow’s podcast, here is a reminder of all the wonderful things Alexe can do.Born with a deep connection to creativity and movement, Alexe Woods discovered early on that these were her tools for navigating many of her life's challenges. In her early 20ies she pioneered alternative dance in the UK, she has always used her unique experiences to innovate and inspire women.In 2014, the fast-paced life that once fueled her began to take a toll. Recognising the need for change, Alexe embraced a new journey of self-discovery. This path led her to Yoga Nidra, body astrology and cyclical living, practices that transformed her approach to wellness and life.Today, Alexe is dedicated to helping others find balance and empowerment through these ancient practices. As a Yoga Nidra instructor, moonologer, and holistic wellness coach, through medical astrology and self care coaching she guides individuals in embracing their unique energy, aligning with the rhythms of nature, and creating personalised self-care routines that resonate with the cycles of the sun and moon and believes by understanding your unique body astrology needs we can protect and heal ourselves. Alexe’s has a vision for change and has created the methodology behind Universal Movement her mission is to help you unlock your potential, by living by the sun and the moon cycles, enables us understand our unique movement and self care needs to heal, rest, manifest and thrive in every area of your life. You can find Alexe and her app here:https://www.universalmovement.com/https://www.instagram.com/lunarlexe?igsh=MXE1azBhZjdtOWpxbQ==https://youtube.com/@universalmovementmethod?si=toEFXC-0fM8L4gPchttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CNMn7iGUX/?mibextid=wwXIfr

This week we are talking to a tea vender about the various benefits of the variety of teas to our health and how it helps us to reduce our caffein intake and hydrate better.Golboo Cubitt is the founder of Biome Brews, a wellness-led tea brand on a mission to reconnect people with the ancient, intentional rituals of tea drinking. Born in Iran and raised in the UK after her family fled the Iran-Iraq war in the 1980s, Golboo grew up in a culture where tea was more than a drink, it was community, healing, and hospitality poured into a cup.Now 44, Golboo is a full-time working mum of two juggling two careers, but her path to launching Biome Brews started with a personal wake up call in her late 30s. After years of high-caffeine living coffee in the morning, wine and G&Ts at night. A health scare forced her to re-evaluate. Dehydrated cells, memory fog, and the creeping signs of burnout made her return to her roots. She began rediscovering the wisdom of her mother’s tea rituals from mint for digestion to fruit infusions for balance and the centuries-old healing properties of loose-leaf blends across Persian, Chinese, and Indian cultures.Biome Brews was born from that transformation. A curated range of organic, handpicked teas sourced directly from pesticide-free farming. Teas that are light, authentic, and free from chemicals or floral gimmicks, every blend is selected for its health benefits and designed to support hydration, gut health, and natural energy. Through Biome Brews, Golboo champions tea as a modern ritual , a daily pause to reset, reconnect, and nourish the body and mind.If you are curious to explore more about Golboo’s gut-friendly teas that actually taste amazing, check out their website www.biomebrews.co.uk, they’ve created a special code WOMENS101 for 12% off your first order. And if you’re not sure where to start — drop them a message on Instagram @biomebrews, or FB, they love helping people find their perfect brew. They’re also popping up at a few wellness events and fairs this summer, so keep an eye on their socials for details or feel free to DM them — they love talking tea.Discover more at www.biomebrews.co.uk Explore our full range of teas, tea-ware, thoughtful gifts, wellness blogs, and more.Follow us on socials for daily inspiration, gut health tips, and support on your tea and wellness journey:Instagram  @biomebrews.  https://www.instagram.com/biomebrews?igsh=MWZqdjIzbW8zY2lreQ==&utm_source=ig_contact_inviteFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/15WSSFGZ29/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Optimising one’s life seems to be on everyones lips right now, so here is our take on it. Hetal interviews Kristina about the results of her relentless experiments on herself, deep dives into understanding her body and the tools she uses to optimise her life.Leaves us comments with your top tips on how you make sure you keep winning in life.Rate and follow us for more. Pop over to our socials to check out all the content that we create around our podcasts 💜IG: https://www.instagram.com/kmmstconsultancyservices?igsh=M2o0NXRteWgzNjd3&utm_source=qrFB: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ey44uDBRN/?mibextid=wwXIfrLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-matej-a4328164?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

We believe that all voices need to be heard and it is the voice of women with autoimmune conditions like MS that are often silenced. Fortunately, there are some brave souls who stand up to represent and inspire. Let me introduce you to one such incredible woman, Sheila Lewis, a Compassionate Advocate for Healing and Growth.With over 28 years of experience in social care, Sheila Lewis has dedicated her life to supporting individuals through some of life’s most challenging circumstances.From mental health and learning disabilities to domestic violence and community outreach, she has worked across diverse fields—always striving to uncover the root of human experiences. Her passion lies in truly listening to personal stories and understanding what drives people’s actions.As a Registered Care Manager and Qualified Psychodynamic Therapist, Sheila has spent the last few years running her own private practice, Pathway Therapy Surrey (https://pathwaytherapysurrey.co.uk/). Based in Tadworth, Surrey, her practice offers psychodynamic counselling tailored to each individual’s needs whether in person,online, or over the phone. She believes that our past experiences shape our present behaviours, often in ways we don’t realize. Through therapy, she helps clients explore these influences, gain insight, and make meaningful choices that fosterpersonal growth.Sheila has also faced her own personal challenges, having been diagnosed withmultiple sclerosis. However, rather than slowing her down, this journey has fuelled her drive deepening her understanding of resilience, self-care, and the importance of emotional healing. She refuses to let obstacles define her, instead using them as motivation to push forward and inspire others on their path to wellness.Beyond her professional expertise, Sheila is a mother, a wife, and a firm believer in the power of self-care, meaningful connections, and humour as tools for resilience. Whether it’s traveling, sharing a belly laugh, or dancing through life’s ups and downs, she embraces the philosophy that joy and healing go hand in hand.Her aspirations remain deeply personal yet universally inspiring climbing a mountain,owning a dog, and continuing to broaden her understanding in the counselling field.Through every step, she remains committed to guiding others toward wellness, growth, and self-empowerment. If you’d like to work with Sheila, you can contact her through her website.

As this week we are talking about neurodiversity in perimenopause, we have brought on board Rebecca Heath.Rebecca is a passionate advocate for women's wellness with a deep commitment to educating and empowering women to take charge of their health. With a background in nursing, holistic wellness and a host of qualifications, she combines evidence based knowledge with real life strategies to support women through every stage of life.Rebecca has generously offered that if you have any questions about this topic you can contact her via email or Linked in:Iamnurserebecca@gmail.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-heath-7b3944167?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app

In this episode we hear the incredible journey through life’s challenges of Natalie Lawrence, who is sharing with us how she faced these challenges and not only overcame them but found a way to thrive and help others to do the same.Natalie lawrence Is ICF Accredited Life Coach & Hypnotherapist passionate about   helping women thrive by saying goodbye to overwhelm, anxiety, and self-doubt. With a focus on living more authenticity, Her brand-new podcast, **Perfectly Imperfect Journeys**, is about discovering the beauty in life's challenges. Through heartfelt conversations and practical tips, her aim is to inspire listeners to live authentically and embrace their unique paths. Natalie wants to show that most people's journeys are filled with what may seem like imperfect moments that ultimately make them perfectly their own.You can find Natalie on instagram https://www.instagram.com/natalie_mindset_coaching_/ Or on her website https://nataliemindset.comPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/73fUgmG9pNUPnbWnoHw6cC?si=m1uEywtyQ1WwWWXktl5VDA

As a self confessed health tech addict, I am very excited to introduce the incredible Sonia Ponzo. Sonia is the Founder and CEO of Outset Wellness, a company using tech to remove barriers to exercise.Prior to founding Outset, Sonia was Director of Science at Flo Health, one of the world’s largest femtech platforms, where she helped shape evidence-based tools for women’s health. She now also advises Hale, a startup supporting women with genito-pelvic pain through personalised, tech-driven care.With over a decade of experience in psychology and digital health, Sonia’s work focuses on applied behaviour change, turning scientific insight into practical tools that improve real lives. She’s also a published author with 30+ scientific papers contributing to the global conversation on health tech and wellbeing.The Outset app is designed to work with your brain, so movement becomes something you actually do, not just something you intend to.Sonia has generously shared a code for 20% off for three months for all subscriptions - use the code UCOUTSET20 when signing up at https://www.outsetwellness.com/ And you can find Sonia here:- Website- Instagram- LinkedIn

In this episode we are having a look at sugar addiction, the science behind it and the way out of it. And to help us to have a clear understanding of this topic, we have invited Sophie Hascher.With a strong foundation in both Neuroscience and Psychology, Sophie Hascher integrates cutting-edge brain science into leadership development, luxury wellness and longevity, focusing on cognitive enhancement and wellbeing optimisation. Having worked with renowned wellness destinations like Kamalaya and the Four Seasons, she has become a pioneer in applying neuroscience to elevating performance and mental resilience. Currently pursuing a PhD in Food & Sugar Addiction, Sophie continues to bridge the gap between scientific research and practical application. You can find Sophie here:LinkedIn: Sophie Hascher | LinkedInInstagram:  Sophie | Brain Health, Wellness & Cognitive Performance (@sophie.helene.ltd) • Instagram photos and videosWebsite: www.brainflowelite.co.uk

Jazz is a North London mum of three, whose journey into babywearing began during the challenging early days of motherhood. Navigating life with a baby who never seemed happy unless being held, she discovered the connection and freedom that babywearing could bring and it changed everything.Now a trained babywearing consultant and founder of Camden Babywearing, Jazz is passionate about making slings and carriers accessible to all families. She also volunteers with Mel who runs Wrap a Hug Sling Library, in east London where her love for supporting parents truly began. Jazz’s mission is simple, to help others find comfort, confidence, and connection through babywearing.You can get in touch with Jazz on IG:@camdenbabywearing

This week we are talking to two wonderful authors, incredible women and inspiring humans. Buntle and Sara-Louise have published a book that fills a massive hole in the market. They’ve written informative, witty and heart-wrenching book about what it’s like for neurodiverse people, but especially women, to navigate relationships while staying true to themselves.Bontle Senne (she/her) is a 7 times published writer, corporate speaker, ADHD coach, global interim transformation director, feminist publisher, and co-author of The ND Lovers Club.Sara-Louise Ackrill is a multiply neurodivergent therapist, speaker, writer, CEO, and social entrepreneur working in neurodiversity. The ND Lovers Club is her first book.You can find their amazing book The ND Lovers Club here: https://www.amazon.com/Neurodivergent-Lovers-Club-Women-Lust/dp/1068356502https://www.builttodiverge.com/And you can also find Sara-Louise here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-louise-ackrill-frsa-9490871b3/

In this episode we are talking to Jess about oestrogen dominance, what it is, how to balance out hormones to prevent it and where to seek help.Jess Kasriel is a Registered Nutritional Therapist, Shamanic Healer, Reiki Practitioner, and Yoga Instructor, specialising in women's reproductive health and fertility. Through a unique blend of nutrition, yoga, and energy healing, Jess supports women in balancing hormones, optimising fertility, and connecting deeply to their bodies.With a Psychology degree from Rice University in Texas and a Master’s in Nutrition & Eating Disorders from UCL, Jess has built a thriving practice in London over the past eight years, including work at TRC Group, a private mental health clinic in Knightsbridge. Her approach is holistic, addressing not only the physical and emotional aspects of health but also the often-overlooked spiritual layer.Her own journey fuels her passion—diagnosed with PCOS at 14 and told she might never have children, Jess transformed her health through nutrition, healing practices, and mindset work. She now helps other women do the same, offering a safe space to release stress, reset energetically, and reconnect with their true essence.Whether you're trying to conceive, balancing your hormones, or seeking deeper healing, Jess's integrative approach offers a nurturing, supportive path to optimal health and wellbeing. You can find her here:www.jesskasriel.comIG: @jess.kasriel

The main reason for us running this podcast is to normalise the conversation about women’s health and challenges that women, often uniquely, face.This week we are talking to Wizz Selvey, who has kindly agreed to share with us her experience of perimenopause, what she found helpful and what not so much, as well as sharing with us her incredible new product - Valerie, a supplement that can support you through perimenopause and beyond.Wizz Selvey, Co-founder of Valerie is passionate about female health and wellness. She was frustrated by many years of exhaustion and being told by the doctor everything was fine, so she sought natural ways to rediscover her vitality. After several years of regaining her health, she recognised she had very early perimenopause. It's her mission to make sure other women are aware of the symptoms and that there are ways to feel themselves again. Wizz has 20 years in retail, consumer trends and brand-building for beauty & wellness brands.If you like the sound of Valerie and would like to give it a go, just click this link to receive a 30% discount for your first bottle: https://www.wearevalerie.com/KRISTINA53097Or enter this code upon purchase: KRISTINA53097You can find more about Valerie (and Wizz) here:https://wearevalerie.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/weare.valerie?igsh=bXU3b2ptNmF6Zmll

Most of our guests are women, which makes sense considering that we talk about female biology and the experiences and struggles of women in today’s world, however we do not wish to exclude men from the conversation and we appreciate those that are part of the solution, not the problem. Our guest takes our appreciation to another level with his honesty, openness and vulnerability. Sheldon Lewis, the creative mind behind the podcast What About Sheldon, dives into fascinating topics and engaging conversations, offering unique insights and humor that keep listeners coming back for more. His podcast covers a diverse range of subjects, including pop culture trends, personal stories, interviews with intriguing guests, and thought-provoking discussions on current events. Some of the key topics Sheldon explores include finding your therapy, setting personal boundaries, and knowing who you are. In addition to podcasting, Sheldon is also a skilled mobile photographer and on his instagram showcases stunning mobile photography, capturing beautiful sceneries through the lens of mobile photography.There is a lot more to Sheldon as you are about to find out and here are the links to his IG and podcast accounts:https://www.instagram.com/mobiepixel?igsh=MXFoZDl6YTUzM3gydA==Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5TRr2VT48eWcmtC2hwqmdL?si=uDK-C_UcTxSn2tRdQkkbRAApple music https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-about-sheldon/id1724975340Amazon music https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/7fef7805-4542-4183-b233-df0aff756a61/what-about-sheldon?ref=dm_sh_wLRtIPXeTRUuIwSC5ybHedoyu

In this episode we delve into chronic illness, what it is and how we can harness the power of knowledge and lifestyle changes to prevent it or at least lessen its impact. Fortunately, we have found an incredible guest to share her knowledge, experience and wisdom.Nada Soubra is an Executive Health Coach, on a mission to empower you to feel stronger, more energized, and reassured about your long-term health, even in the busiest season of your life.She helps simplify nutrition and lifestyle principles to empower busy parents and execs to feel energized, more resilient, and truly thrive after thirty. Nada believes that we have more agency over our health than we think. She is passionate about removing the overwhelm around health, by providing practical nutrition and lifestyle solutions that work for the busiest of people.Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehealthychainLinked in: www.linkedin.com/in/nada-soubra-5371b414Book a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/thehealthychain/discovery-callWebsite: www.thehealthychain.co.uk

The first podcast of season four starts with a conversation about getting help and what kind of support is available out there. We are not meant to do it alone, but today’s world is not set up for the way of life we evolved for, so we need to be creative. The best person to have this conversation with is someone who has her own podcast on the topic!Julia Mackinger is the host of the podcast I Have Help, she interviews parents about their family setup to encourage conversations around support and help in motherhood and parenthood. She is the mother of two young boys in Fulham London.I also know she is incredibly kind and generous and she definitely practices what she preaches :) My personal hero 💜You can find Julia here:IG: https://www.instagram.com/ihavehelp/Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-have-help/id1720136536Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6nLdDMF0OIoxETLGrvmBhc

In this episode, we are exploring Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), what it is, the causes and how to manage it and we have invited Francesca Lyon - Naturopath and Medical Herbalist (BNatMed, mANP, mGNC), to share with us her knowledge, wisdom and experience.Francesca is a co-founder and the director of nutrition at FUTURE WOMAN, a women's health hormone testing company based in the UK. She specialises in women's health but in particular in fertility and ovulation disorders such PCOS and hypothalamic amenorrhea. As well as seeing clients, Francesca also educates other practitioners on women's health and speaks regularly at health events. Francesca has studied and specialised extensively in fertility by studying under some of the world's experts in fertility and natural health. Francesca helps couples undergoing unexplained fertility, IVF and those with complex health histories such as underlying infections, PCOS, thyroid disorders and endometriosis. You can get in touch with Francesca here:Instagram: @futurewomanhqFrancesca's instagram: @your_hormone_naturopathFUTURE WOMAN's Website: www.future-woman.comAnd here is the discount code for our listeners:future70 which is £70 off the gold hormones packagehttps://future-woman.com/product/gold-hormones-package/

In today’s episode our guest is Shivaun McCullough, whom I invited to talk to us about career change, what can be the challenges and practical tips to help you make the changes happen.Shivaun is a leadership & life coach, a certified Career Coach, an NLP Master Practitioner and a facilitator. She works with organisations as well as private individuals around career change or other change that people want. She designs and run leadership programmes and coaches teams and individuals too. For decades before that she was a communications Strategist and worked with a raft of well known blue-chip multinationals including John Lewis, Citibank, Microsoft and Lloyds Banking Group. She said that throughout these 2 phases of her career, the red thread was the people. That always been the reasons she was motivated to go to work. Shivaun lives in Kentish town with her husband. Beyond work, she can be spotted out on her bike, dipping in the pond or sitting creating at her sewing machine.You can find Shivaun here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivaunmccullough/www.shivaunmccullough.comShivaun offers• Change career programme - I run a specific career programme that helps you explore deeply, reconnect with what you love and brings you energy and you ultimately create an action plan and I support through the entire process to finding a new career. The programme is flexible depending on your needs. It can also be applied to retirement. Get in touch to know more.• A free chemistry call – a chance to talk about what is you’d like to change and see if I’m the right person to support you with that• And exclusively for our listeners there is a 15% discount n a 3 month coaching package – Career or Resilience or a goal of your choice. Use Code FEMALEHEALTH101

This week we are talking to Coral Movasseli and we are looking at Endometriosis, what it is, how is it diagnosed, how can we manage the condition, what support we should seek and so much more!Coral is the founder of The Coral's Reef, a platform to help others with endometriosis and adenomyosis take greater ownership by sharing her journey and holistic approach to managing chronic women’s diseases. Through her own transformative experience of dramatically improving her quality of life, she distills key scientific insights, life-changing hacks, and critical resources to help others navigate their journey. The platform is for those living with these chronic conditions, or simply curious to learn more. Having faced the isolation and information gaps that often come with chronic illness, Coral set out to be part of the solution. She’s dedicated thousands of hours to better understanding endometriosis and adenomyosis—diving into scientific research, meeting with top medical professionals, taking health science classes, and experimenting with alternative approaches. With over 20 years of living a deeply holistic lifestyle and her proverbial 10,000+ hours in health and wellness, she brings her informed, compassionate, and practical perspective to help others own their condition before it owns them. Coral hails from the tech sector - having launched digital products, and founded software organizations in London and Toronto, most recently in Generative AI. She grew her first business across Ireland by equipping thousands of women access careers in the tech sector and making strides in gender equity. Previously, she led digital innovation at Accenture's global innovation lab and began her career as a research analyst for Canada’s foreign office. Coral is a Hansard Scholar, and holds a MSc from the London School of Economics and an Honours BSc. from the University of Ottawa. She is the proud recipient of the Advocate of the Year by Women in IT and the Women of Influence by Irish Women's Award. When she’s not busy driving change, Coral can be found fermenting sauerkraut, shaping pottery vases, or tending to her veggie garden.Links: Subscribe to The Coral's Reef: https://linktr.ee/thecoralsreefAccess tidbits on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoralsreef Connect directly with Coral: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coralm/